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Georgia Department of Public Health · 4 hours ago

Communicable Disease Specialist

Athens, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The Georgia Department of Public Health is committed to protecting lives and promoting healthy lifestyles in communities throughout the state. The Communicable Disease Specialist will collect and monitor data regarding communicable diseases, focusing on STIs and HIV, while coordinating clinic referrals and providing patient education and counseling.

GovernmentHealth CareMedicalWellness

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Completes partner services interviews, re-interviews, and cluster interviews on assigned cases and contacts and provides timely updates to supervisor as indicated

Prepares and maintains records and reports on program activities and provides accurate documentation of case activities as required and in accordance with local, state and federal regulations

Works and communicates with clients, external partners, and the public to provide evidence-based information and quality customer service

Conducts home visits and other types of field investigations for persons at risk for STIs/HIV including locating hard to reach clients and connecting them to care

Obtains medical and epidemiological histories, performs investigations, data collection and analysis, interpretation and responses

Performs pre and post-test HIV counseling and point-of-care testing on patients and contacts as indicated

Participate in community screenings, health fairs, and pop-up events throughout the district as needed

Assists in emergency preparedness response efforts as needed

Qualification

Communicable diseases knowledgeDisease intervention experiencePatient interviewing skillsData collectionAnalysisCustomer service skillsCommunication skills